Career Specialist II

Adams County Government; Westminster (CO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Adams County Government’s Adams County Workforce and Business Center seeks a dedicated program assistant to work with WBC service delivery teams, identifying and matching job seekers with opportunities that lead to milestone outcomes. You will provide individualized career development, connect job seekers with skills training and placement opportunities, and maintain accurate records with confidentiality.

You will support career planning, workshop facilitation, outreach events, and follow-up on

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Services or related field, or two years of substituted experience.
• Proven ability to work with diverse populations and complex schedules.
• Strong written and verbal communication, and ability to follow instructions.

Responsibilities

• Meet with job seekers to assess skill level, experience, and training needs.
• Assess employment barriers and provide career guidance and referrals.
• Refer job seekers to openings; assist with resumes and interview prep.
• Develop individualized career plans to support growth and milestones.
• Input and maintain activity records; generate reports and ensure accuracy.
• Participate in job search workshops and community outreach events.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

MS Office

Data entry & records

Critical thinking

Multicultural communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Services or related field

Two years related experience substitute

Tools

Connecting Colorado

CBMS

MS Office

Job description

The Adams County Workforce and Business Center (WBC) is seeking a candidate that will work closely with various WBC service delivery teams to identify and match job seekers with opportunities that result in milestone achievements and measurable outcomes for long-term success. Important responsibilities of this position include providing individual and targeted assistance with professional development and preparation for employment, identifying and connecting job seekers with skills training, work-based training and/or placement opportunities. Duties are documented accurately and delivered with high quality service to determine highest need in a timely manner.

The purpose of the WBC is to exist as the source of security to passionately serve our community in successfully becoming the best version of themselves.

Examples of Duties for Success

• Meet individually with job seekers to determine skill level, industry experience, and education/training needs.
• Conduct assessments of employment barriers to provide career guidance and supportive services to community resources to job seekers.
• Refer job seekers to job openings; provide follow-up on job seekers referred to job openings; assist with resume preparation and interview skills.
• Responsible for the development and progression of individualized career plans to assist job seekers with personal and career growth.
• Input and access information from automated computer systems; record and maintain activity statistics and job seeker records; review reports, reply to audits to assure compliance with files for applicable WBC programs/grants.,
• Participate in the development and/or facilitation of job search workshops.
• Attend community outreach events to match job seekers with WBC opportunities.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both verbally and in writing.
• Ensures confidentiality of all program files and records, maintaining compliance with Federal, State, and county regulations, guidance, policies, and procedures.
• Complete assignments in various data bases.
• Organizational skills; ability to manage multiple assignments simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Work flexible hours at any Adams County locations as required to meet the business need. Locations are in Westminster, Brighton and North Aurora areas
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as required.

Qualifications for Success

• Demonstrated ability with PC’s, MS Office, Internet skills, keyboarding skills, and ability to operate office equipment.
• Demonstrate effective interpersonal and communication skills with job seekers, co-workers, and other team members at all levels.
• Demonstrate proper phone and email etiquette.
• Ability to use critical thinking methods to prioritize, make analytical decisions and problem solve.
• Ability to follow instructions to complete clear and concise reports.
• Ability to interact with diverse cultures, populations and individuals with multiple barriers.
• Ability to effectively interpret and communicate WBC and County directives and procedures; ability to follow oral and written instructions, procedures, policies, and regulations.
• Establish, maintain, and foster positive and harmonious relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

More Qualifications for Success

Experience:

• Two years related experience in working with workforce development, case management, training, vocational rehabilitation, mentoring, advising, or related field.
• Experience in public speaking to communicate within individual or group settings is highly desirable.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish is preferred but not required.
• Experience with Connecting Colorado and CBMS highly desirable, proficient in Microsoft Office (MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint).
• Experience working with businesses, employers, community partners, low income, unemployed, under-employed and/or diverse populations is preferred.

Education and Training:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in Human Services, Career Counseling, Educational/Guidance Counseling or a related field.

OR

• Demonstrated two years of experience related to the Essential Duties, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities may be substituted.
• License and Certificate: Must possess, or have the ability to obtain, a valid Colorado driver's license.
• Background Check: Must pass a criminal background check.